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Pre-K Schools in Mercer Island, WA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

Orchards Childcare and Preschool

They're excellent in engaging with the children and making it a fun, learning environment. And it's a, it's a great spot to bring your kids...

- Amy S.

The Goddard School of Renton

The experience at Gorddard is wonderful. My son has learned a lot. The teachers are very kind and report everything about the children. I...

- Care member

The Growing Tree Playcare & Preschool

Our daughter has attended Growing Tree full time since she was six months old, and now at three years old, it’s clear what an essential part...

- Dan J.

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Kids Co

4030 86th Ave Se Ste E Mercer Island, WA

Child care
Kids Co is a private child care center situated in Mercer Island, WA that offers special education to the community. This school is serving 43 children ranging from grades K-12 and adopts a nonsectarian orientation. This establishment also helps the children in making life-long friends, discovering their gifts, and exploring the...
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Orchards Childcare and Preschool

850 UNION AVE NE RENTON, WA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
International
Academic
+ 2 more
Children are priceless! The Orchards is an award-winning center that exists not only to offer exceptional care, but to be your child’s home away from home. Because we are faith based, caring for children is not just a a job, but a mission. We provide play based curriculum for all ages, taking full advantage of our 1/2 acre...

Amy S. says "They're excellent in engaging with the children and making it a fun, learning environment. And it's a, it's a great spot to bring your kids where they can...

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The Goddard School of Renton

4110 NE 4TH ST STE G RENTON, WA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1850/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
At The Goddard School located in Renton, we're more than just a daycare. The Goddard School is a private preschool, offering childcare to infants and toddlers to pre-k. Our programs are designed to nurture each child's curiosity in a safe and caring environment.

Care Member says "The experience at Gorddard is wonderful. My son has learned a lot. The teachers are very kind and report everything about the children. I definitely...

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The Growing Tree Playcare & Preschool

12831 NE 21st Place BELLEVUE, WA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$3700/mo
Reggio emilia
Montessori
Waldorf
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
+ 4 more
Welcome to the Growing Tree and Treehouse! We are a play and nature-based school, offering full time and part time daycare, preschool and pre-kindergarten for children ages 4 weeks to 6 years of age. We focus on teaching and modeling compassion, empathy, and inclusion. Our environment is a cozy home away from home, with ample...

Dan J. says "Our daughter has attended Growing Tree full time since she was six months old, and now at three years old, it’s clear what an essential part of our parenting...

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FAMILY CIRCLE LEARNING CTR

10717 SE 172ND ST RENTON, WA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$2275/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
We are a WA state licensed early learning facility with a full day comprehensive program with a focus on school readiness. We use goal setting and hands on experiences for the children in our program. Through Creative Curriculum we are able to build on your child's strengths through a play based approach where we enrich the...

Care Member says "My 2 boys were enrolled for a total of 16 years and their friends are still the ones they made at FCLC. Great family centered atmosphere."

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Rose Hill Christian Preschool

12202 NE 90th St Kirkland, WA

5.0(1)
Our classes are designed to provide a variety of both group and individual learning activities through bible stories, art, dramatic play, and kindergarten readiness skills. Students build self confidence, emotional resilience, problem solving and cooperation skills. Each classes' curriculum is age appropriate, providing social...

Care Member says "Wonderful preschool! My daughter loves going here and is thriving. When anyone asks her she says, "Preschool is SO MUCH FUN!" Ms. Jennifer and Ms....

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SONSHINE LEARNING CENTER

15717 152ND AVE SE RENTON, WA

5.0(9)

State license verified

starting at
$575/mo
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 2 more
Welcome to Sonshine Learning Center! At Sonshine, we believe children grow best in an atmosphere filled with joy, purpose, and the love of Christ. Our classrooms are designed to nurture each child’s God-given gifts through hands-on learning, meaningful relationships, and daily reminders of His grace. We partner...

Care Member says "They are intentionally with each child and their needs (emotional and developmentally). I love their values they integrate into their lessons. I am...

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Inspire Kids Early Learning Center

3417 South 144th street TUKWILA, WA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1370/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
Montessori
+ 4 more
Nurturing young minds through quality early childhood education, Inspire Kids Early Learning Center in Tukwila, WA, provides a safe, engaging, and culturally rich environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive. We offer thoughtfully designed programs that meet the unique needs of every child, from infant care to...

Care Member says "I can honestly say Inspire Kids Early Learning Center has been such a blessing for our family. From the very first day, the teachers made my baby feel...

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Bayview Intergenerational Children's Center

20 West Queen Anne Drive Way SEATTLE, WA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$3230/mo
Child care
Preschool
We are a Nonprofit Intergenerational Children's Center designed to nurture confident, curious, and capable learners who are prepared for kindergarten and beyond. We combine Montessori‑inspired practices with developmentally appropriate early‑learning standards and a distinctive intergenerational model that connects children with...

Care Member says "My child began at Bayview in the Toddler classroom, and transitioned to the Preschool classroom about six months ago. Throughout our time, staff and...

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CITY KIDS PRESCHOOL

9051 132ND AVE NE KIRKLAND, WA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Kindergarten
Preschool
City Kids School, founded in 1998, provides individualized education for students 2.5 years of age, through kindergarten 4 days a week (M. T. W. TH). Our facilities offer bright classrooms and two private playgrounds. Your toddler will feel safe, get plenty of one-on-one attention, and develop a love for learning through our...

Ashely K. says " I couldn’t have asked for better teachers for both of my kids. All of the teachers that are hired at City Kids School truly care about children....

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Garden Ridge Preschool

1270 185th Ave. NE Bellevue, WA

5.0(2)
Reggio emilia
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Academic
+ 1 more
We are excited to have you join our school community. Our school is founded on being an affordable yet thorough welcoming environment that fosters a lifelong love of learning in your children. Our teachers are trained and experienced. Ms. Cheryl is a certified teacher for early education in Washington State and Ms. Rachel has...

Jennifer says "We cannot say enough about the supportive staff, rich curriculum, and amazing peers at Garden Ridge Preschool. Our son has attended for 2 years and...

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GODDARD SCHOOL BELLEVUE

14404 NE 20TH ST STE 250 BELLEVUE, WA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$2900/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
Day Care
+ 1 more
We’re an award-winning early education center located in Bellevue, WA. Our school is nationally accredited by AdvancED. Also, we are certified by WA state Early Achiever program. for quality and learning outcomes. We have a play-based curriculum that focus on developing children to be Kindergarten ready. We emphasize on...

Lisa .. says "I had my son in their care from 5 months old until he was 3 1/2. The environment is very warm and open. Very friendly. The communication with staff was very...

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Open Hand Child Care

15708 NE 6th Street Bellevue, WA

4.0(9)
Licensed family child care (Bellevue on 156 AVE NE). Open hand childcare offers a happy, safe and loving environment for you to leave your children for the day. Our prices are reasonable, our staff is highly qualified and our in-home location provides a feeling of security and familiarity for the children. Now open M-F, 7:30...

Care Member says "Ms. Zebiba is an exceptional and caring teacher. She is very helpful, patient, and truly dedicated to the children she works with. My older son is now 7...

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Evergreen Learning Center

6007 CALIFORNIA AVE SW SEATTLE, WA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1900/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Our Infant through Pre-K program is designed to help guide the development of the whole child by helping each child develop skills in physical, social, emotional, and cognitive areas. Our goal is to provide a loving, creative, enriched environment for your children to grow and learn in. Evergreen Learning Center provides...

Care Member says "From the day our kids walked into this school they had smiles on their faces. The teachers and staff became family to us and we met so many life long...

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Seed of Life Center For Early Learning and Preschool, Inc. Metropole

423 2nd Ave. Ext.S SEATTLE, WA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$2800/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
SOL provides a full-time multicultural program in early childhood education, supports kindergarten readiness and a multicultural, dual language Before and After School program aligned with SPS comprehensive academic outcomes for children aged five to twelve. Our qualified, caring, and dedicated staff incorporates cultural...

Care Member says "Attentive and kind teachers! I feel so at peace dropping my children off here each day! I know they are engaged and cared for!"

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ARISE N SHINE PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE

310 WHITWORTH AVE S RENTON, WA

5.0(6)

State license verified

Montessori
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
+ 2 more
Arise N Shine Preschool & Childcare has proudly served families for over 30 years, providing a safe, nurturing, and loving environment where children learn, grow, and shine. With decades of experience, we focus on building independence, confidence, and kindergarten readiness through hands-on learning and play-based activities,...

Care Member says "We kept our kid starting 1.5years till 3years age and we would have continued here if we didn't have to move. All staff is very responsive, caring,...

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Little Harvard Day Care And Learning Center

4238 255th PL SE Issaquah, WA

5.0(15)
Little Harvard Daycare and Learning Center mission is to provide and encourage love, trust and self-esteem. Every child is individual and is encouraged to develop in all areas. Our program is designed to foster self-esteem, self-confidence, success and creativity through a combination of play and structured pre-academics. At my...

Care Member says "We absolutely love Little Harvard Daycare! Ms. M. and her staff, Neeti and Ruchi, are so kind, and truly care about every child. My son receives...

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International Montessori Academy – East Gate

14929 SE Allen Rd BELLEVUE, WA

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
The Eastgate campus of International Montessori Academy is conveniently located at 14929 SE Allen Road in the Eastgate section of Bellevue. This campus is less than three minutes from Interstate 90, making it easily accessible to families throughout Eastgate, Factoria, Robinswood, West Lake Sammamish, and other nearby...
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Orion Montessori

11120 127 Th AVE NE Kirkland, WA

International
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
+ 3 more
Orion Montessori preschool focuses on academic excellence( using a combination of Montessori and Reggio-Emilia teaching styles). We teach kids reading, writing, math, science, Music, arts and crafts, social science, earth sciences and even culinary arts. -Clean, safe, carefully designed beautiful brand new interior/outdoor...
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Whole Child Learning Center

400 Ward St Seattle, WA

Montessori
Preschool
Whole Child Learning Center is a Montessori Preschool, established in 2000. The program is open to 2 1/2 to 5-year-old children. We are open eleven months of the year, Sept-July and we ask all families to make a one year commitment to the community of families and teachers. Most families are with us for three years. Everyone...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Mercer Island, WA

Pre-k programs in Mercer Island, WA offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Mercer Island, WA, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Mercer Island, WA typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Mercer Island, WA programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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